Les Hauts de Carabacel, a Belle Époque setting between the city center and Bas de Cimiez
- Jean-Christophe DIMINO
- 3 days ago
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This is one of the most sought-after areas among clients. On the edge of central Nice, perched slightly above Boulevard Carabacel, the Hauts de Carabacel district—often called "Le Bas de Cimiez"—exhibits an elegant and rather intimate atmosphere. This area, which is centered around Avenue Bieckert and its adjacent streets, appeals to lovers of Belle Époque architecture, unobstructed views, and privileged living environments.
An exceptional Belle Époque heritage
Avenue Bieckert and its surrounding area are home to some of the finest examples of Nice's golden age. Here, former palaces converted into residences bear witness to the opulence of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when Nice was a popular winter destination for the European aristocracy.
Among the neighborhood’s jewels:
The Hermitage Palace : A true Belle Époque gem, renovated some fifteen years ago, it combines architectural elegance, landscaped gardens and spectacular views of the city, Castle Hill and the sea. Its apartments, often with impressive ceiling heights, herringbone parquet floors and ornamental details, are highly sought after.
The Carlton Carabacel : Less well-known than its illustrious Cannes namesake, this palace is a chic and discreet address. Its refined façade, generous proportions, and balconies overlooking Nice or the greenery make it a characterful address, ideal for those seeking old-world charm without sacrificing proximity to the city center.
Other great places to stay : The neighborhood is full of remarkably well-maintained old buildings, listed villas, and small bourgeois residences, such as those on the Montée de l'Hermitage. All offer a rare quality of life, just a stone's throw from the hustle and bustle of the Garibaldi district or Place Masséna.
Un détail de la façade arrière du Carlton Carabacel situé aux pieds de la colline de Cimiez
Living in the Carabacel Heights
Living in this area is a perfect compromise. It means choosing a peaceful urban lifestyle: the amenities of the city center are within walking distance, but the atmosphere is that of a chic and cozy residential neighborhood. The views are often breathtaking: the upper floors of these palaces offer views of the city, the hills of Mont Boron, the Mediterranean Sea, or the rooftops of Nice.
Demand is high, particularly from a local clientele attracted by the peace and quiet and the school map (Institut Stanislas) from Paris or abroad, sensitive to the charm of the old, the beautiful spaces, and the possibility of living in a historic "palace".
Stability and valuation of assets
Prices per square meter in this micro-neighborhood remain stable, driven by the scarcity of available properties and the heritage appeal. Depending on the address, amenities, and views, the average price per square meter is between €6,500 and €9,000 , with peaks for renovated apartments with panoramic views or terraces.
The most sought-after properties? 3- to 5-room dual-aspect apartments, ideally with balconies or gardens, and properties on high floors in the most prestigious palaces.
Would you like to know more? Contact me directly, Jean-Christophe DIMINO, at 06 16 95 70 83 or by email.
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